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$210,031$145 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Feb 9, 2022

38 DECATUR ST

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23702
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,452 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1919
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$210K
$161K low$259K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Feb 9, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,342 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$173,120 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,120

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyPORTSMOUTH CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Cradock Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Cradock Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Manor High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Portsmouth City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23702These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,816 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,821
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

38 Decatur St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Portsmouth 23702
  • Older than 92% of homes in Portsmouth city County

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 23702

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$129K$399K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Portsmouth 23702.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 23702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 23702.

Estimated value$210,031
CheaperTypical $226,603Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,452 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1919
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 38 Decatur St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23702Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,03137% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14513% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,452 ft²63% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac11% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than191913% of homes8% of homes

About 38 Decatur St

How much is 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA is $210,031 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $161,312 to $258,750. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Feb 9, 2022 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA?

38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,452 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA built?

38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1919, making it 107 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA?

38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Cradock Middle School (middle), rated D-; Cradock Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Manor High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Portsmouth City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23702?

Among the 3,564 homes in Portsmouth 23702, it is worth more than 37% of them ($210,031 against a typical $226,603), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($145 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,452 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1919 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Portsmouth city County, it is worth more than 19% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA was $2,342. The county assessed it at $173,120.

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